Just before the interval, they say “All is NOT Well”. With a heavy heart, this is one thing in the film I completely agree to. A film that is packed with brilliant performers like Rishi Kapoor, Supriya Pathak, Abhishek Bachchan (who I have personally always liked but doesn’t seem to be bagging worthy roles) and Khan – it is difficult to conceive would be so not-impactful.

 “All is well” revolves around the lives of the 5 lead actors/characters of the film. Inder (Abhishek Bachchan) who had a traumatic childhood witnessing the disputes of his parents and had escaped to pursue the dream of becoming a singer , a debt-ridden Bhalla (Rishi Kapoor), Pammi (Supriya Pathak) who suffers from Alzheimer, the money lender and now the “vasooli” Chima (Khan) and Asin who is stuck to her ray of hope that someday her failed romance with Inder will turn around and they would live happily ever after. The film goes from stark differences and almost-battles to uncovering truths about life and each other and eventually an evolved family bond.

I do see the intent of the script – the importance of a family, the dwindling dynamics of one, the need to look after the parents who have looked after you and all of that. But the poor movie making just did not see it through. Weak script, 90’s humour, poorly crafted characters – all of it put together fails greatly to convey the message or leave any impact on the viewer. The actors have been gravely under-utilised, especially someone as talented as Pathak. The music of the film is fairly okay and keeps you awake once in a while.

All in all, I wouldn’t give the film any more than 2 stars for it’s totally lack of punch.

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